Preview: New foods at Angel Stadium

April 6, 2012

Updated Aug. 21, 2013 1:17 p.m.

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Angel Stadium visitors will see a major overhaul in food and drink options for the 2012 season. Executive Chef Rick Wineman (shown) spent the off season creating everything from pretzels to extreme nachos. Keep clicking to view our Exclusive Preview of Angel Stadium Foods. We'll tell you about the new eats and where to find them. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Fans can expect gourmet nachos, hot dog-inspired creations and tons of items prepared with house-made ingredients, Chef Rick Wineman told The Register. If you're an Angels fan and a foodie, I think you're going to be pleasantly surprised by the new ballpark options. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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With Carl's Jr. out, stadium food vendor Aramark appears to be doing its own version of a charbroiled Angus burger. This new premium burger looks like a classic "burger house" charburger -- made with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and served on a sesame seed bun. Added bonus for hungry fans -- you can get it as a "double" burger. Cost: $6.75 (single); $7.75 (double). You can bet I'll try this one when I hit the ballpark. Where to find: Sections 107, 126, 432, 224 and The Hot Corner stand. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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The Hot Corner is replacing The Ruby's Diner stand in Section 207. This is an Aramark-branded location along the 3rd base line. Its signature menu item will be the Cali Dog South (shown) and the Cali Dog North -- hot dogs wrapped in a crispy flour tortilla. The Hot Corner also will sell chicken tenders, shakes and fries. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Three mega-nachos have been developed to satisfy fans looking for something beyond the basic chips with cheese dipping sauce. Shown: Beef nachos topped with avocado cream, habanero black bean corn relish and queso. (Other Choice: chicken). Cost: $9.25 The nachos are available in sections 122, 259, 412 and 425. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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"It's all about the nachos this year," Angel Stadium Chef Rick Wineman said. Besides the savory chicken and beef nachos, he has developed dessert nachos for the 2012 season. The Arctic Nachos come with fried chips drizzled in cinnamon, chocolate syrup and topped with vanilla bean ice cream. Bad news? The dish is only available at Diamond and Knothole clubs. Remember, Knothole is open to the public. See next slide for more info. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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The "Fresh For You" food stands have expanded from two to six locations at Angel Stadium. Last year, the stands were called Angels Harvest. The stands sell healthier, lighter fare such as this organic mixed green salad (shown). The stands will also offer various gluten-free menu items. Where to find: 1st and 3rd base food courts and sections 204, 317, 344, 417. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Knothole Club diners are in for a treat as Chef Rick Wineman is making his own pretzels this year. The giant hand-rolled gourmet pretzels come plain or with a "baked jalapeno cheddar" topping. "These are off the hook," Wineman said.(Note: Knothole is open to the general public when the gates open. However, Club Level ticketholders are given priority seating; reservations are strongly recommended.) NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISETR

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Developed in the offseason by Chef Rick Wineman, the Cali Dog South version comes topped with shredded lettuce and a guacamole cream sauce. The North Cali (shown) is essentially a chili dog -- topped with chili, cheddar cheese and onions. Cost: $7. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

A closer look at the Cali Dog North. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Angel Stadium Chef Rick Wineman developed a line of chicken burgers for a new specialty chicken food stand. The "Simply Chix" restaurant offers a menu of grilled (shown) and hand-battered chicken sandwiches. The stand is located in section 130 where Katella Grill used to be. Katella Grill is relocating to Section 127, where Diablo BBQ used to be. The sandwiches will cost $7.75. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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A line of Baja-inspired street tacos will be served at the new Corona Beach food stand. It comes with a house-made "char tomato salsa" that has a ton of kick to it. Cost: $7.50 for two tacos. Sections: 259 and 260. (Corona Beach replaces Major League Dogs) NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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With CPK no longer in the house, Aramark is stepping up its pizza offerings. Throughout the stadium, fans can find the newly branded concession stand -- Nicky Enzo's Pizza. Nicky's will sell cheese and pepperoni pizza by the slice for $6 and $6.50. Stadium vendors will also hawk 8-inch personal pies to fans in their seats. Cost: $9.75. Find Nicky Enzo's in sections 109, 239 (former Carl's Jr.), 317, 334, 417. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Angel stadium is finally giving in to the craft brew craze. The stadium is introducing the Draft Pick beer stand, featuring beer from Fullerton-based Bootlegger's Brewery and Hangar 24 in Redlands. Draft Pick is located at Gate 2, field level. CLICK HERE to learn more about the beer selections. TEXT BY NANCY LUNA, PHOTO BY ROD VEAL, THE REGISTER

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Fresh fruit selection available at the six "Fresh For You" food stands. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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This veggie dog -- found at the Fresh For You stands -- can be ordered with a regular bun or with a gluten-free bun. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY

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Red Bridge, a gluten-free beer, will be sold at the Fresh For You food stands. TEXT BY NANCY LUNA, RED BRIDGE PHOTO

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San Diego-based Jack in the Box will have three locations at the stadium. Of the three, two locations are replacing Carl's Jr. food stands in the first and third base food court area. It will sell burgers, shakes and fries. The third Jack in the Box is replacing a Ruby's Diner food stand in Section 255. Another food chain new to the stadium this year will be Chronic Tacos. It is replacing Angelitos. TEXT BY NANCY LUNA, PHOTO COURTESY OF JACK IN THE BOX

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The House Smoked Beef Brisket Griller was introduced last year, along with two other gourmet sandwiches. Throughout the 2011 season, Angels fans were able to vote on a favorite. The slow-smoked brisket sandwich, made with Gruyere and sharp cheddar cheeses, was the runaway winner. As a result, it remains on the 2012 ballpark menu. Find it at the Panini Cafe, Section 112. NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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A true footlong, the Halo Dog, was introduced during the 2010 season. The dog has become a fan favorite, and it will remain on the menu this year. It is bacon-wrapped and piled high with jack cheese, charro beans and Anaheim peppers. Where to find: Sections 424 and 211. TEXT BY NANCY LUNA, REGISTER FILE PHOTO

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Angel Stadium Chef Rick Wineman spent the offseason developing dozens of new foods for sports fans. Many items are prepared in-house, such as fresh salsas, pretzels and slow-cooked brisket. You can find Chef Rick hustling around to multiple food locations during home games.

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Angel Stadium visitors will see a major overhaul in food and drink options for the 2012 season. Executive Chef Rick Wineman (shown) spent the off season creating everything from pretzels to extreme nachos. Keep clicking to view our Exclusive Preview of Angel Stadium Foods. We'll tell you about the new eats and where to find them.NANCY LUNA, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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